1. The one of highest rank; one holding the highest place and authority; a sovereign; a monarch; originally applied to either sex, but now rarely applied to a female. "Go, Michael, of celestial armies prince." (Milton) "Queen Elizabeth, a prince admirable above her sex." (Camden)

4. The chief of any body of men; one at the head of a class or profession; one who is preeminent; as, a merchant prince; a prince of players. "The prince of learning." Prince-Albert coat, a longdouble-breasted frock coat for men. Prince of the blood, Prince consort, Prince of darkness. See Blood, Consort, and Darkness. Prince of Wales, the oldest son of the Englishsovereign.